For the most flavorful result, consider using high-quality, imported Parmesan cheese. Feel free to experiment with different types of marinara sauce to customize the dish to your liking. A sprinkle of red pepper flakes can add a delightful touch of heat.
Baked Italian Chicken Thighs
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME35 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS345
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italy with these succulent baked chicken thighs, blanketed in a luscious blend of cheeses and bathed in your favorite marinara. A simple yet satisfying dish perfect for a weeknight culinary escape.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate14 g
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Cholesterol91 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein28 g
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Saturated Fat7 g
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Sodium769 mg
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Sugar9 g
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Fat23 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a small bowl, thoroughly combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and salt. Set aside. (2 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Season chicken thighs on both sides with garlic powder and salt. (3 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Heat olive oil in an oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken thighs, smooth-side down, in hot oil until the bottoms are beautifully browned, approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Flip the thighs over and remove the skillet from the heat. Generously top each thigh with an equal amount of the prepared ricotta cheese mixture. Spoon marinara sauce artfully on top and around the chicken thighs. (10 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is cooked through, with no pink remaining in the center, and the juices run clear. This should take about 25 minutes. For perfect results, an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the thighs should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
06 Step
Recipe View Top each thigh with shredded mozzarella cheese and continue baking until the cheese is gloriously melted and bubbly, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. (5 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Garnish generously with freshly chopped parsley to serve. (1 minute)
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Branson Ondricka
Apr 3, 2025I used a jar of pesto instead of marinara sauce and it was amazing!
Queenie Brakus
Dec 18, 2024Easy to follow and the results were fantastic!
Hoyt Bosco
Sep 2, 2024This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights!
Myrna Johnson
Jun 9, 2024The chicken was so juicy and tender. I will definitely be making this again.
Eudora Stiedemann
Mar 29, 2024This recipe is so versatile! I've served it over pasta, rice, and even quinoa.
Lori Durgan
Dec 7, 2023My family loved this! The cheese mixture is so flavorful.
Maximillian Braun
Dec 6, 2023I found that using bone-in, skin-on thighs added even more flavor.
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Apr 15, 2023I added some chopped spinach to the ricotta mixture for extra nutrients.